Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
One firefighter was treated for heat-related illness while another sustained a more severe injury requiring hospital care as the Green Fire grew past 10,000 acres
FEMA acting administrator David Richardson defended the agency’s response, denying claims of delays and calling the federal-state coordination a model for disaster response
El Cariso Hotshot Renzo Reginato remains hospitalized with serious injuries after a tree fell on him and two crewmates during operations on the Butler Fire
Enid Fire Department’s Honor Guard proudly represents the department at ceremonies and funerals, blending tradition, teamwork and deep respect for service
The Siskiyou Smokejumper Base in Cave Junction operates as a hands-on museum preserving the legacy of smokejumper through artifacts, personal stories and guided tours
A proposed federal budget would eliminate funding for over half of FEMA’s emergency and homeland security grant programs, for training, equipment and readiness efforts
Baraboo will receive USDA funding to build a main 39,000-square-foot fire and EMS facility and a smaller satellite station to improve emergency response coverage
Within six minutes of the alarm, Fall River firefighters arrived at Gabriel House and launched a heroic rescue effort
Emergency crews responded to a cardiac arrest at Hulk Hogan’s Clearwater home Thursday morning, where he was later pronounced dead at a local hospital
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
What makes January such a deadly month for the fire service – and what can we learn from recent incidents, like Baltimore?
It’s the responsibility of fire service organizations to provide some education and awareness about the reality of this work
Respect and admiration for one of us is respect and admiration for all of us
With training and experience, firefighters have a huge advantage in dealing with strange and difficult situations
It’s the community that suffers when board members and first responders alike don’t prioritize the public trust
Community support and agency coordination will be essential to assist search, rescue and recovery missions across the Midwest
PRODUCT NEWS
The Drone as a First Responder Program in Bernalillo County will be utilized to safely assess emergency scenes and transmit critical information
Since its founding in 2016, First Due has delivered a comprehensive, true-cloud platform designed to meet the critical needs of first responders
Lexipol, the leading provider of solutions that enhance performance excellence in public safety, will be marking the third annual First Responder Wellness Week March 24-28, 2025
Foster and three others established Spartan Motors and built their first chassis in 1975
Leaving long-lasting legacy in the fire industry
Grant funding helped several fire departments replace old, outdated and missing gear for volunteer fire departments
Taylor Fire Rescue’s quick attack squad was purchased through donations and state funds
Booth will highlight advanced electrification, safety, and connected solutions to support the next generation of firefighting